Welcome Back letter – September 2026
Welcome back letter – September 2026
Free School Meals Eligibility is changing from September 2026
From 1st September 2026, the Government is expanding eligibility for Free School Meals (FSM). Children in households receiving Universal Credit may now qualify, regardless of household income.
Apply now through Telford & Wrekin Council to make sure your child receives any entitlement they are eligible for:
Back to School Asthma Reminder
We have been asked by the Community Children’s Asthma Specialist Team to share an important asthma health message with parents and carers.
Healthcare professionals often see a significant increase in asthma symptoms and asthma-related hospital admissions during September, following the return to school. Taking a few simple steps before the new term starts can help children stay well and ready to learn.
If Your Child Has Asthma, Please Remember To:
- Book an annual asthma review with your GP practice before school restarts.
- Check that your child has an up-to-date Asthma Action Plan.
- Ensure inhalers are in date, working correctly, and readily available when needed.
- Review inhaler technique and make sure your child knows how to use their inhaler and spacer correctly.
- Be aware of asthma triggers, including air pollution, seasonal changes, and respiratory infections.
Please see the attached NHS information posters for further guidance and support.
Thank you for helping us to keep our children healthy, safe, and ready for a successful start to the new school year.
FREE 30-Minute Breakfast Club!
Come and Join Us This September!
Start the school day the right way with our FREE 30-Minute Breakfast Club.
Available for all children in Reception to Year 6.
Give your child a great start to the day in a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
After School Clubs – Autumn Term 2026
Starting Reception 2027
If your child was born between 1st September 2022 and 31st August 2023, it’s time to start thinking about their school place application. Applications must be submitted by 15th January 2027. If your child has an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), the application deadline is 31st October 2026.
We warmly invite you to visit our school during one of our Reception 2027 Open Days:
Thursday 24 September 2026 at 9:15am
Friday 25 September 2026 at 3:30pm
Thursday 8 October 2026 at 9:15am
Friday 9 October 2026 at 3:30pm
Our open days are open to all. No booking is required, simply come along and take a tour of our happy, thriving school. Meet our team, explore our learning environment, and discover how we work together as one to support every child.
Come and see what makes Randlay Primary School and Nursery so special!
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Open Day Poster – 2026 add
Year 6 Secondary School Application Information
Secondary school applications for Year 7 are now open!
You will need to complete and submit an online application form for a secondary school place via the Telford and Wrekin website.
You must apply for a secondary school place for the academic year 2027/2028 by 31st October 2026.
The school admissions website page contains lots of information around school admissions, together with a link of how to apply and also step by step guidance information.
We have attached a copy of the secondary school open days and key dates for your diary.
Secondary School Transfer letter 2026
Key Dates Secondary School 2027-28
Nursery January 2027 Intake
Is your child due to start Nursery in January 2027?
We’d love to welcome you to Randlay Primary School & Nursery and show you everything our wonderful Nursery has to offer!
Join us for a visit, meet our friendly team, explore our learning environment, and find out more about life at Randlay.
To book a visit, please contact the school office:
01952 327160
admin@randlayprimary.co.uk
We look forward to welcoming you and your child to our Randlay family and showing you how we work together as one to help every child thrive.
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Year 5/6 Ukulele lessons
We are pleased to announce that Base 4, Base 5 and Base 6 have been given the opportunity to take part in weekly ukulele sessions led by Telford and Wrekin Music Service. This will take place on Tuesday mornings in class starting from 22nd September. There will be 10 sessions in total. We look forward to sharing our musical journey with you all!
MENU CHANGE – Thursday 1st October 2026
Treasure Island – The Grand Theatre Wolverhampton
Year 3 to Year 6
Letters have been sent to parents and carers inviting children to attend this years visit to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. The deadline for confirming your child’s place is Friday 2nd October.
Grand Theatre Yr3 to Yr6 ONLY – Treasure Island